Brooklyn Ice House — Restaurant in New York

First things first. Their Happy Hour is 12-8pm.

I wasn't sure exactly what their Happy Hour really entails because it isn't listed on the outside stand alone display board nor is it listed on the chalkboards behind where the bartenders work. What IS listed are the beers they serve, where they are from, and prices. Next to the 2 boards that are displaying the beers comes the board for the food.

The food is mostly small items like sliders (pork), fries, etc. The sliders are 1 for $3 or 2 for $5. They were decent and nothing really to rave about but even so they beat a lot of other dive bars that serve food. The grill is conveniently located just on the other side of the wall where the food menu is hung and you can watch the cook make the food for you if you like.

However, the space is normal sized for a dive bar. It can get crowded rather quickly especially around the bar area resulting in a traffic jam or sorts trying to get to the sit down tables which seats around 10 people comfortably that faces the bar. There is 1 pinball machine and 1 shooting game that was probably hot in the 90's but it gives you this sense of the grunge upfront. There is a backyard patio that has a large tent like awning that has communal wooden tables and benches that fits around 12 people as well as outer corner tables that can fit 4 people per section AND the 2 communal bench tables just as you open the door leading to the backyard in the first place. That fits 4 people comfortably on each setting.

Most people that eat in the backyard just leave the garbage there which is pretty much the beer glasses and plastic treys that the food come in but as always you should just bring it back to the bar to save the bartender(s) the trouble of having to come back here stopping the pour of beers to clear your shyt.

That is simply a no-no and I'm sure they'd appreciate it as well.

This bar is located on the most busiest street of Red Hook which is easily accessible by car or bus. Not so much subway as that would mean you'd either have to transfer to the bus or walk a good 10 long blocks to get here.

I made the foolish mistake of doing so on the way back and I will tell you this, the dogs be sore.

This is a no frills all attitude type of bar, in a good way.

I'd definitely come back for more beer and food if I'm...

Brooklyn Ice House is the best dining experience I’ve had in New York. I happened upon the Ice House on a walk in 30 degree weather. I took an Uber to Red Hook, and was rather unfamiliar with the area. I walked in thirty minutes before they closed, and asked if it was okay I dined in. Cory and Sam welcomed me with warm smiles and a coke from the bar. I ordered a medium rare burger, fries, and a dirty martini. At the Saints halftime I asked if we could switch to the Nets game. Cory quickly and gladly changed the station. Throughout the evening we talked about where we were from, the Knicks vs. the Nets, and how the city has changed over the past several decades. Not to mention the burger was perfect. Every element was exactly what I wanted. Toasted buttered bun, cheddar cheese, crisp veggies, cooked properly. The service was remarkable. They were always five steps ahead. I felt taken care of in every sense. As I was getting ready to leave I asked for directions back to Williamsburg. I knew I was going to have to take the bus to the train which I hadn’t done before. Cory called the station to see what busses were running later on Sunday. He then wrote down step by step instructions on how to get back to Williamsburg. At the bottom of the note he wrote down his cell in case I got lost. I couldn’t thank everyone enough. On my way out I walked into the kitchen and thanked the cook. I left a 50% tip and headed towards the bus stop. A few minutes passed and I saw Sam running towards me. I had left my wallet. He stood with me until the bus arrived. Best dining experience I’ve had...

Don't trick yourself looking from the outside. Once you get inside you will find a cozy, lay back and cool atmosphere to enjoy drinks, food or be in the backyard with friends. There is no push from the bartender to get drinks every time, no drunk people yelling, good spot with music, tv and special event. This has become our place and we had a great time everytime we show up. Don't expect to have a waiter checking on you all time time because the bartender is pretty much the one who run the tables when they can, still they are always available and helpful for whatever you need. Prices are very affordable including for drinks and they got special and happy hours.

Highly recommended place if you want a classic old school bar in a cozy warm place in a safe environment to...